R&D Lead Technician - 2nd Shift

Baltimore Air Coil • Full-time • Jessup, Maryland, United States • 2d ago

POSITION PURPOSE

The Lead R&D Technician will support the BAC R&D Laboratory located in Jessup, Maryland, providing leadership in a team environment to support the 2nd shift operation and maintenance of all aspects of the R&D Lab including the test facility, equipment, tools and instrumentation. The role is responsible for safely assembling, modifying and testing evaporative heat transfer equipment and components. The Lead R&D Technician expertly performs and provides guidance to the 2nd shift staff on all aspects of the evaporative thermal test process, having expertise in all essential mechanical, and electrical skills necessary for successful completion of Global Engineering test projects. This role will also develop and administer technical and safety training programs for the R&D Lab.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Expertly conducts all aspects of the evaporative thermal test process
Train and supervise technicians on 2nd shift
Fabrication and assembly of test fixtures from both written and verbal specifications
Piping and instrumentation of evaporative heat transfer equipment for thermal, sound and vibration testing
Installation, monitoring and maintenance of sensors and various measurement devices associated with product tests
Prototype assembly and modification involving electrical, mechanical, and heat transfer components using various materials and methods of construction
Generation of accurate and detailed test reports, to communicate test results to various internal customers

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

5+ years industry experience in the development, testing, and/or maintenance of HVAC/R products
Associate’s degree in electrical, mechanical or electronics. Equivalent relevant experience in mechanical, electrical, electronic or welding trades from industry or military accepted in lieu of degree
Working knowledge of 110VAC, 240VAC & 480VAC 3P wiring with ability to wire motors, resistance heaters, etc.
Expert with electronic test equipment such as digital multi-meters, amp/watt meters, velocity and pressure measurement devices, ultrasonic and magnetic flow meters · Ability to train & coach others on how to perform proper testing
Ability to delegate project tasks to technicians and ensuring timely completion of the projects
Ability to layout and fabricate metal parts and piping
Ability to read drawings and schematics
Ability to perform both electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of test equipment and complex systems
Expert with the use of hand tools, power tools, powered lift trucks and platform scissor-lifts
Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work well in a group
Strong computer skills with working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and data collection applications
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects with competing deadlines
Self-directed with the ability to work independently and lead project teams

NATURE & SCOPE

This position will report to the R&D Lab Manager and will interface with multiple functional disciplines including: Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, and Marketing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 80% of the time. Frequent use of hands to perform mechanical tasks including turning, torquing, lifting, pushing, pulling is required. Working conditions include inside a lab area and occasionally outside exposed to weather. Ability to work on ladders and lifts is required. This position requires occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs to shoulder height. Weekend and shift work may be necessary depending upon workload.

BAC Hiring Compensation Range $29.76 - $44.64 per hour.

BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more. Please see additional details on the BAC website at www.Baltimoreaircoil.com.

BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program. BAC provides additional earnings in the form of overtime as applicable under law. BAC provides shift differential pay for eligible employees, under program rules.

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